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Two Podder(TM) parents chat about being bold with insulin, not being a diabetes defense attorney, and creating great content that helps people manage their type 1 diabetes.
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<p>As Insulet’s Community Manager, I'm not just an employee, I'm also the mom of a pre-teen Podder(TM)! Between work and real-life, I have made a lot of great connections in the diabetes community over the past six years. One of those connections is Scott Benner, blogger at <a href="http://ardensday.com">Arden's Day</a> and the host of the <a href="http://www.ardensday.com/episodes/jbp232">Juicebox Podcast</a>. </p>
<p>As a stay-at-home dad, Scott has been the primary caregiver for his daughter Arden, a Podder(TM) who has been living with type 1 diabetes since she was two years old. He began by blogging and later started his podcast to share some successful techniques he has used in managing his daughter's diabetes. The Juicebox Podcast is currently the most downloaded diabetes podcast available today, and he has quite the following online as well. He knows his stuff, and he happens to be very entertaining and easy to talk and listen to. </p>
<p>Scott and I have a lot in common. We're both parents of adolescents with type 1 diabetes, our kids both use the Omnipod(R) System, and we spend our days creating stories and other content for people with diabetes. That alone made me want to tune in!</p>
<p>I began listening to the Juicebox Podcast earlier this year during my long commute to Insulet's headquarters. While I was originally very skeptical of Scott's approach, what he affectionately calls being "bold with insulin," I was intrigued enough to keep listening. I was struggling with my son Miles who had just started middle school and was already beginning to show the signs of typical teen diabetes burnout. We were not having a lot of success with managing his blood sugar and I was frustrated and exhausted by chasing highs and lows all the time. Scott's show taught me some new things about how insulin works, as well as how to use my son's Omnipod(R) System to its full advantage - including using temp basals and extended boluses a lot more frequently than I had been. I reached out to Scott, we talked for an hour or so on the phone about how to put this approach into action, and before I knew it, I was seeing fewer swings and lower numbers. </p>
<p>Scott wanted me to come on the show and talk about my experience. I wanted to feature him on Podder Talk(TM) as an interesting Podder(TM) dad for a Father's Day feature. With this episode, <a href="http://www.ardensday.com/episodes/jbp232">"A Journey of a Thousand Miles,"</a> we both got what we wanted. Listen Now and hear a great conversation about parenting, being "bold with insulin," not being a diabetes defense attorney, and creating great content that helps people live better, easier lives with diabetes. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.ardensday.com/episodes/jbp232"><strong>JUICEBOX PODCAST EPISODE #232: A JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES</strong></a></p>
<p><br /><em>-Amy Drauschke, Content and Community Manager</em></p>
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Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:24:01 +0000adrauschke1236 at https://www.myomnipod.comMANAGING DIABETES TOGETHER: WHAT PARENTS WANT MOST OUT OF THEIR PARTNERShttps://www.myomnipod.com/poddertalk/caregiver/2018-12-21/managing-diabetes-together-what-parents-want-most-out-their
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I asked parents, what was the #1 thing, dealing with diabetes, they would want from their spouse? The number one answer given by moms was that they wished their husbands would help more with their child’s diabetes management care.
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<p>As many people know, I am very active with the Friends for Life (FFL) conference organized by the organization Children with Diabetes (CWD), which takes place each July in Orlando. I have been involved since the beginning of FFL and it has been nothing less than an absolute honor and joy.</p>
<p>Years ago, during the conference, I took a poll. Now in fair disclosure, this was by no means a scientific study, just a survey question. But the response was startling nonetheless.</p>
<p>I asked parents, what was the #1 thing, dealing with diabetes, they would want from their spouse?<br />
The number one answer given by moms was that they wished their husbands would help more with their child’s diabetes management care. What was the number one answer given by the dads? It was that they wished their spouse would allow them to do more with their child’s diabetes management.</p>
<p>I kid you not.</p>
<p>There is no blame here. It is, and was, just an interesting tidbit in the ongoing discussion of diabetes under one roof. But even when I work with just the dads at FFL (I regularly coordinate the Dad’s Discussion Group), I get the feeling that they are still trying to find their own pathway in their child’s diabetes world.</p>
<p>My advice to them, and to parents like them everywhere? First thing, relax. We have all been there. Moms and dads have been trying to figure the way to navigate this world together forever and in the words of my late, and wonderful friend, Dr. Richard Rubin, “…….it’s about balance and communication.”</p>
<p>Diabetes is a tough world in and of itself. Whether you are new, or have been at this a while, there are a two basic rules for communicating effectively and managing diabetes together.</p>
<ol><li>Figure out which way is up, together. Whether it is a husband and wife, wife and wife, or husband and husband, there is usually one person who handles most of the day-to-day management in their child’s diabetes management. Don’t assume who that person will be. Have a discussion together, even if from the onset one of you is leaning toward taking control. Know why one person is better suited for the job and make sure you come to an agreement.</li>
</ol><ol start="2"><li>Do not let the other person rely too heavily on the primary diabetes caregiver. Both parents should know as much as possible about this disease. Those who know me, know that I have stated a million times: education is the equalizer in diabetes. The one person stepping up is not the only one needing to step up. Partners need to both be able to care for the child at any given time. There will be times when the person who does most the work will need to leave the child in your care.</li>
</ol><p>If you are reading this and saying to yourself, “crap, that scares me,” guess what? You do not know enough, so get out there and start learning. THAT is the first step, and we will discuss more in later articles.</p>
<p>I am a DiabetesDad.</p>
<p><strong><em>-Tom Karlya, Diabetes Dad and VP of Diabetes Research Institute Foundation</em></strong></p>
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Miles and I recently sat down to talk all things baseball, and how using the Omnipod System to manage his diabetes makes life a little easier for him while playing his favorite sport.
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<p>Growing up in New England, my ten-year-old son Miles knows a thing or two about Spring Fever. Even before the last of the snowstorms, he’s dreaming of green grass, warm sun and hours of outside play, because in his world, spring means one thing: baseball!</p>
<p>Yes, April is finally here and with that, the start of baseball season. It’s hard to tell which is more exciting for Miles – his own return to the game with his closest buddies in Little League, or the Pros down in Boston taking the field at Fenway. Either way, this kid’s got baseball on the brain 24/7. And because he’s a Podder, type 1 diabetes doesn’t stand in the way of his game.</p>
<p>Miles and I recently sat down to talk all things baseball, and how using the Omnipod System to manage his diabetes makes life a little easier for him while playing his favorite sport.</p>
<p><b>Mom: This is your third season playing baseball, so you’ve had the chance to play lots of positions. What’s your favorite?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Hmmmm. I don’t know, I like playing in the outfield. I want to be just like Mookie (Betts, Red Sox Right Fielder). I remember seeing him make a catch over the wall when I was eight. He robbed a homerun from the hitter and I thought, “I want to be like him.” But I also like catcher, because I get to be in every play of the game.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: Yes, I suppose that’s true. But isn’t that also a lot of pressure? How do you stay calm and focused?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: I just picture myself doing well. I tell myself to stay calm and visualize myself making the catch.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: You are a good catcher! You also do really well playing with type 1 diabetes. How do you stay healthy during the game?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: I wear a fitness belt to hold my CGM receiver and glucose tabs. I check my blood sugar between innings, and have a glucose tab or two before the game starts. I don’t want to think about diabetes when I’m playing.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: I understand that, completely! Your teammates and your coaches help you a lot too, don’t they?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Yeah. Most of my teammates are friends I’ve had since before I was diagnosed (at age six), so they understand it pretty well. They ask me if I’m feeling okay, and if I’m not, the coaches will call a time-out if I need it. But I don’t like it when that happens!</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: No, neither do I. It’s cool that if you are running high, I can give you insulin from your PDM without having to interrupt you. All you have to do is come see me next to the dugout, and we can quickly bolus you without anyone even knowing!</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Yeah. It’s so much better than if I were on shots. I’d be so embarrassed.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: What else do you like about using your Omnipod system instead of your old pump or shots?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: With my Pod, there’s no tubes to get caught or snagged when I throw or swing the bat. With my old pump, I would have had to run around the bases with this huge thing on my belt. My Omnipod is easier because I can just press the buttons and go!</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: That’s true. It’s also waterproof. Can you think of a time when you were glad you didn’t have to worry about getting your pump wet?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Oh yeah! Last season, at the end of our last game, it was really hot – so we all dumped water on each other’s heads. Good thing the Pod was waterproof and you were holding my PDM!</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: That was a fun game. I can’t wait to see you play this year! What are you most looking forward to?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Playing in the majors. My coaches all said I was good enough, so I hope I make it. I know it will be harder – throwing, catching, hitting – I’m going to have to work hard. But I know if I work hard, I’ll feel good and do well.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: Just like with your diabetes?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Yeah…(shrugs).</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: Yeah, yeah. I know. You just focus on baseball. I’ll try to take most of the work away from you.</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Okay.</i></p>
<p><b>Mom: What do you like most, playing baseball with your team or watching the Red Sox at Fenway or on T.V.?</b></p>
<p><i>Miles: Both…and I like playing pass in the yard with our family, and practicing my diving catches. I like it all. Baseball makes me happy.</i></p>
<p>Until there is a cure, Miles won’t ever forget about his diabetes. But baseball helps him escape it once in a while… and the Omnipod System steps up the plate in a big way when it comes to managing his type 1 diabetes.</p>
<p><i>-Amy Bevan</i></p>
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In this episode of Sean Busby’s Heroes, Sean talks with a very special guest – his wife of six years, Mollie Busby. Sean and Mollie share their thoughts on living with type1 diabetes as a couple, and how they support one another and live life to the fulle
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<p>In this episode of Sean Busby’s Heroes, Sean talks with a very special guest – his wife of six years, Mollie Busby. Sean and Mollie share their thoughts on living with type1 diabetes as a couple, and how they support one another and live life to the fullest.</p>
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PREGNANCY, FASHION AND TYPE 1 DIABETES: CATCHING UP WITH OLGA, PART 3
The third and last leg of pregnancy can sometimes be described as rough, and it can be, but you know what else it is? Amazing! It's so close to the finishing line and my blood sugars have finally stopped doing the dramatic ups and downs.
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<p>The third and last leg of pregnancy can sometimes be described as rough, and it can be, but you know what else it is? Amazing! It's so close to the finishing line and my blood sugars have finally stopped doing the dramatic ups and downs (thanks to my close doctor/nurse supervision from my diligent endo team). I have energy, no nausea and my baby is actively kicking, moving and prepping me for the work ahead when she graces us with her presence.</p>
<p>I gotta be honest though, I'm nervous too. I have a two-year-old that's becoming more aware of the world and wants his mama's attention when we're together, so I can only wonder how he will be when I have a little lady to tend to. As patient as my little boy is, will he be able to wait as I juggle checking my blood sugars, making food, feeding or changing the baby? All logical questions, and ones that certainly cross all moms’ minds, diabetic or not.</p>
<p>Rightfully so, us diabetic mamas have a lot on our plates, especially when it comes to taking care of two little kiddos and our demanding health requirements. I have said it before and I'll say it again, before going on the Omnipod I REFUSED to be attached to an insulin pump. And I mean I shut the idea down the moment any doctor tried to bring it up. The idea of that scared and angered me. <i>'Me? Attached to that thing like some sort of robot?! No thanks! I can do this on my own!'</i> I would say angrily. And I never could do it on my own, not like how I can do it with the Omnipod!</p>
<p>The reason I have been so happy with my health is that I finally realized I needed help. I had a doctor, almost eight years ago, give me an option and it was one that I am immensely grateful for. She suggested I get the Omnipod instead of the more popular tubed pump alternative and see how that therapy would work for me. I decided to try it out and I never went back to shots.</p>
<p>Just recently my husband surprised me with a romantic dinner to a local Italian restaurant. Afterwards we went to see Titanic in 3D and yes, I cried 3D tears as well, because... Jack Dawson. :)</p>
<p>I felt so special that evening. I put on my new maternity dress and wore my pump on my leg (couldn't really tell that much unless you really looked) and I felt like a million bucks! I didn't feel like a robot at all. I have never felt like a robot with Omnipod actually. The only thing I felt is free and liberated from the shackles of worry, especially during something so important as the gestation of my babies. Partnered up with my Dexcom blood sugar monitoring system, my life seems as close to normal as it can get. I love the ease of being able to change my basals, boluses or even suspending my pump when I need to. I could never have that kind of control with shots. So now my biggest worry is not how I could properly manage my diabetes with shots, but what kind of dress I want to wear that'll make my baby bump look the cutest.</p>
<p>I am a passionate diabetic, so diabetes is always on my mind, but not with the stress and agitation like it was when I was on shots. Having a close relationship with my healthcare team and having the Dexcom and Omnipod systems have made my life tremendously easier. Fashion is fun for me, but it will never replace the importance of my health, which will always come first.</p>
<p><em>-Olga Barrett</em></p>
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